Welcome to our guide. Our aim to get you started on the sex toy that would benefit you according to your preferences and needs. The information is designed o give you a basic guide about adult toys and covers a wide variety of subjects. If you find this information familiar, you can jump to other sections for your reference. These sections are more detailed and are packed with useful information. In case you have any questions or queries, do contact us through the email.

For many, choosing a sex toy can be quiet an emotional experience. After all the entire product range is varied and diverse, at times it can also get to be daunting. From the big to the dainty, there’s something for everyone, to suit all occasions and pockets. To choose the one that fits you in every way(pun not intended), you must understand your own physical, emotional needs and the options that are available to you. Therefore, we have devised this primer in a such a way, so as to give you all information in as simple and clear way as possible.

Basics of Sex Toys

Use of the Toys

There are many questions, which must be answered before the intended use of the toy
? Are you going to be using it alone or along with your partner
? Is your partner male/female
? Do you want it for only stimulation or you would want it to penetrate also
? Is your partner familiar with sex toys and are they willing to experiment

These questions are necessary when looking for a sex toy, which will suit your lifestyle and desires. The more precise you are about your goals, the more desirable will be your experience and satisfaction from the sex toys.

However, if you are purchasing the sex toy about which the reactions of your partner can’t be confirmed, you should read the article “How to introduce a sex toy to your partner”

Sex Toy Functions

What do you want the toy to achieve for you?

What is the kind of stimulation that you are looking for? Is it a soft exquisite touch to the external vagina or clitoris stimulation? Or would you like a hard penetration or have an orgasm. Whichever way you like your stimulation, deep or a gentle touch should be pre decided by you. For example if you like hard penetration, a vibrating dildo would be a good choice for you. Therefore, ask your self-questions in order to narrow down your choices to give you the best option.

Styles

The look of the toy is as important. Since they come in all shapes, sizes and colors.

Do you prefer realistic sex toys or would you rather have colored ones, which come in many hued ones. Are you the ‘kinky’ types, who looks the bright colors or are you the conventional type. There are plenty available in the markets to choose from. The ultra reality ones are made of materials like latex, silicone and other skin like materials, which make them, look like the real penis. They even have ridges in them to give the same kind of stimulation

On the other hand there are ones, which are phallic (shaped like the penis) but can be neon and brightly colored. You are the one who has to decide what would really turn you on.

Sex toy for the men

Earlier the men just didn’t’ have much choice, but now there are many available which heighten the arousal for both the man and his partner. These are cock rings and erection pumps (these have been around for some time now). The new entrants are masturbation sleeves which enhance quiet simply put masturbation like cock rings, ticklers and penis extensions which extend the length of the penis. Dual vibrators help the man and his partner both achieve he levels of sexual stimulation that they are looking for.

Prices

The amount of money that you willing to spend are also as important. Like in all industries, there are low cost high volume manufacturers and vice versa. Generally sex toys are made out of silicone, latex, plastic or jelly. These are different characteristics and require different cleaning requirements. Having said that we believe that it is in yours and ours best interests to sell only the very best quality toys in our stores.

The different types of materials for sex toys

? Plastic

These are ideal for transmitting vibrations. For example, if you are riding a spots car with less suspension, you are going to be feeling more vibrations as compared to say a super luxury sedan car. Therefore, it’s the best one for vibrators. These toys also have generally a hard and smooth ride. The ways that they can be used are many, however, they are best suited for clitoral and external stimulation. The known ones are the “slimline” or the “bullet” version. Since the material is rigid, it helps to transfer the vibrations better for the intended use. Cleaning is easy, however, most of them are not waterproof, and therefore, they must not be used under running water. They should be cleaned with a damp cloth, tissue, rubbing alcohol only.

? Jelly

Jelly is a soft, mould able material and can be used extensively with a very vivid imagination. It can be molded in to a variety of shapes and sizes and colors. However, its not the bowl of jelly that ones serves at parties etc. depending upon the brand, the pliability can range from that of a hard boiled egg to that of butter. Its an inexpensive material and feels like silicone.

However, the cleaning portion comes with some pointers. No harsh chemical, detergents, boiling water, dishwasher or microwave can be used. Gentle soaps and conditioner based hand wash soaps should be used. These toys should never be scrubbed and only water-based lubrication should be used. If you are planning to have se with them, then condoms should also be used, since they are a bit hard to clean (pun unintended).

? Latex

Its is the low cost option as compared to silicone and jelly. It’s not as long lasting also. Some people also get an allergic reaction to latex. It’s for people who like to experiment. It is also best cleaned with soap and water because harsh cleaning agents like soaps and chemicals can easily damage the toys. Though latex is soft, it’s less pliable than jelly or silicone. Therefore, you might want to check out your options before deciding on a latex based sex toy.

? Silicone

It’s the most life like skin material available after Cyberskin or UR3. If you want your toys like dildo or vibrator to look life like then this is the one that you should be using. One of the best features is that they take in the heat of your skin thus exuding a life like feel to it. The other advantage over latex and jelly is that it’s easier to clean.

Soap and water work just fine for it though care must be taken for the plastic components. Since its non-porous, if used between users, there are less chances of infection been carried. However, our recommendation is that condoms should always be worn, since it also stops the transfer of sexually transmitted diseases. The downside is that it is more expensive than latex or jelly.

? Cyberskin

It’s a recent technological advancement. It feels like real skin, its smooth soft and pliable. Its also porous like latex and jelly and can be cleaned easily with soap and water or with Cyberskin cleaning solution.

? Glass

Pyrex glass when treated becomes extremely strong and therefore, a variety of sex toys like dildos and vibrators can be made out of them. Since they don’t break and are chip resistant, there unique combination of durability and performance is matchless. They can easily be sterilized in boiling water, the advantage that other materials don’t provide. Therefore, other partners can easily share them also.

Cleaning and Storing the sex toys

While its not always possible to clean the toys right after use(for obvious reasons). They should be cleaned at the earliest possible chance. Some of the essential things to do are

? Remove the batteries and keep, you don’t want them to leak
? In case of any corrosion, clean with a bit of baking soda and a small brush
? Clean the outside of the vibrator with a damp cloth. In case it’s a waterproof vibrator, one need not worry, however, it’s important that you wrap a waterproof material around the plastic parts when you are cleaning the vibrator.
? As already given, different materials come with their own cleaning instructions and they must be adhered to strictly, if you want to prolong the life of these toys and your sexual satisfaction.
Conclusion

We hope that the information has been helpful to you. Our next sections on Vibrators 101 and Dildos contain more precise information. If you have any queries or questions please email us.